Sword and the Script

JULY 11, 2023

(click image for higher resolution) I’ve discovered quite a few good ones along the way, so here are eight worthy public relations podcasts that I recommend you check out the next time you have a half hour to spare: 1. She often interviews small business owners who have found PR success, so you can learn from what they did.

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OnePitch

OCTOBER 20, 2022

On this month’s profile, we are talking with Jennifer Reinhard , Vice President/Media Group Manager in Ketchum ’s Earned Media Specialty Group (EMSG). She has experience in corporate reputation management and crafting earned media stories. Read below for the entire interview with Jen: . Be reliable.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

Here’s what you’ll be doing: -Assist the group and all supervising account members in development and maintenance of media lists. Create and distribute press releases to targeted media outlets. Build relationships with key members of media and proactively pitch targeted outlets, including broadcast, print and new media.

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PRSay

AUGUST 18, 2023

In interviews aimed at understanding skepticism about climate change, the study found that many participants are suspicious of language that presents climate change as a crisis or an urgent threat. As scientists urge action, climate change remains a lower priority for many Americans, Pew Research Center finds.

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Landis PR

MARCH 18, 2024

By Andie Davis Photo courtesy of Pixabay There are many great benefits that come from media training, and not just for media interviews. If you get media interview requests, you will want experienced media trainers to guide you through the ins and outs (and the dos and don’ts) of being a great interviewee.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 21, 2022

Based on our years of PR experience and supporting clients at CES, we’ve outlined six media relations facts, as well as the challenge you may face and the opportunities that could potentially surround them: 2,279 exhibitors in 2022 attracted reporters from all over the world. in person and 40.1K digitally).

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Prohibition

OCTOBER 12, 2019

If you’re a follower of our Twitter page, you will know we regularly tweet our expert advice on how to best prepare for and behave in media interviews. It is easy to become frustrated when you feel you aren’t being heard, but controlling your emotions is vital whilst taking part in a media interview. 1) BE ENTHUSIASTIC.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 20, 2021

Companies like Taboola, Group Nine Media, and Buzzfeed have all either gone, or declared their intention to go, public via SPAC. If your company is considering going public through a SPAC, we’d be happy to discuss the process and the role of PR and media relations. It’s not a traditional IPO, but the end goal is the same.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 19, 2021

It’s important for exhibitors – especially the automotive suppliers and vehicle technology providers we serve – to fully understand the media landscape of this massive event to ensure success, and to set realistic targets and appropriately manage executive level expectations about media attention.

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Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

So, back in 2014, I set up social media channels across the board. The ones I found most valuable are LinkedIn, LinkedIn groups, and Twitter. The post An Interview with Richard Bistrong, CEO, Front-Line Anti-Bribery LLC appeared first on Critical Mention - Media Monitoring. I never imagined I would be Twitter verified!

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PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2022

As media relations professionals, the least we can do is ease their burden. According to Cision’s 2022 Global State of the Media Report , nearly half of all journalists receive up to 50 story pitches per week. As more companies realize the benefit of DEI in hiring and work groups, so should your agency.

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HMA Public Relations

APRIL 26, 2018

to share your story or brand with the media. Here's how you nail the interview! The post How Do You Nail a Media Interview? appeared first on HMA Public Relations. You’ve got an opportunity (thanks to a PR person, we hope!)

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PR Conversations

OCTOBER 27, 2023

By João Duarte, National Scientific Committee member, FERPILab 15 years ago, a group of PR scholars, practitioners, critics, and lecturers collectively challenged Jim Grunig to address some of the recurrent issues that emerged in the PR Conversations blog at that time.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

For instance, one of his favorite ways of generating sources was to have a “deskside meeting” with people, talking casually over coffee rather than doing a formal interview. I think we’re much more open to (remote interviews) nowadays, of course,” O’Connor said. Now, that dynamic has completely changed.

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Stern + Associates

JANUARY 29, 2024

Ad spending – the historic lifeblood of mainstream media – has plummeted as people spend more time on social media platforms where advertisers can reach them directly. Local media has been eviscerated, and now many iconic national and global outlets are hurting badly. appeared first on Stern Strategy Group.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Group efforts make the party . We work through things as a team, much like group costumes where everyone has an individual look but together they make up an idea or team, like a LaCroix package or the cast from Schitt’s Creek. (Check out some more ways to create that PR plan in this post. Later, we celebrate success. .

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you pitch an interview and I accept the offer, please do everything you can to ensure that the person or company you represent follows through with that interview. I typically write my stories while listening to groups like Gamma Ray, Symphony X, Cirith Ungol, Blind Guardian, Helion Prime, Crystal Viper or my favorite D.C.-area

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I’ll never forget driving to Petersen Publishing Company some 50 miles from my home and pitching three articles to Lee Kelley, editorial director at the new Hot Rod Specialty Publications Group. He offered me a job as feature editor on the spot. I was prepared to turn it down since it would have been a horrendous commute in heavy traffic.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 29, 2022

For a PR agency team, few things are more important than having media contacts at the ready. In fact, a media placement strategy with the perfect balance of quality and quantity is one of the unsung secret of great PR and media relations. Media contacts aren’t magic….they’re But media contacts aren’t magic.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

I never thought I’d write about mayflies or interview an entomologist (an insect scientist) as an auto reporter! My colleague, Pete Bigelow, and I interviewed about three dozen people who were involved with the EV1 and told the story in their words. Describe the craziest or most fun story you have written.

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Stern + Associates

APRIL 7, 2023

One way to ensure that your newsjacking pitch stands out is to provide a unique, additive perspective to what is already being covered, and that is the responsibility of media relations experts to extract from a spokesperson. The post Three Tips to Execute A Successful Newsjacking Strategy appeared first on Stern Strategy Group.

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Stern + Associates

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

That editor will be swamped – too busy to even conduct interviews, in many cases. The post Why Contributed Content Is Key To PR For Consulting Firms (And How To Land More Of It) appeared first on Stern Strategy Group. That’s where contributed content comes in. Partner with our team of seasoned PR professionals today.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 4, 2018

With that in mind, here are five questions that anyone interested in tech PR — especially B2B tech PR — should be able to address in a job interview. Good questions for a tech PR interview. I like to ask candidates how they would support specific product launches from a media relations point of view for our B2B tech clients.

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Stern + Associates

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

And beyond company statements, getting your executives out there through social platforms – where messages can be more well thought-out and controlled – and perhaps media interviews and conferences can help build better public relations while aligning values with goals. Make sure you’re not left behind in the new year.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Although every executive is different, we’ve observed clear trend lines in our work with hundreds of top C-suite inhabitants since starting Phillips Media Relations in 2004. In our media training sessions, I usually lead off practice interviews with a seemingly simple question: Can you tell me about your company?

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5W PR

JULY 5, 2020

Being confident when stepping in front of the microphone and cameras with all the lights shining is something that can be achieved with decent media training. So, it should not be surprising to anyone that many leaders of companies, even big companies, sometimes get nervous about speaking in front of a group of people.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

I also cover equipment (tractors, trailers and used trucks) as well as the four major original equipment manufacturers (Daimler Truck, Volvo Group, Traton Group and Paccar Inc. I spent 20 years in media relations at General Motors between two journalism careers.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Today I share Deborah Weinstein’s answers to questions about the challenges confronting social media marketing and digital communications. It is the latest in my series of interviews with industry experts (see this post , which sets the stage). My good friend Judy Gombita introduced us, and I am glad that she did.

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wiredPRworks

MAY 13, 2022

He currently is the Chief Communications Officer at the international law firm Vinson & Elkins where he leads a team that manages the firm’s public relations efforts, including brand services, media relations, internal communications, rankings, website, and social media. How did they meet? About Barbara Rozgonyi.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Although every executive is different, we’ve observed clear trend lines in our work with hundreds of top C-suite inhabitants since starting Phillips Media Relations in 2004. In our media training sessions, I usually lead off practice interviews with a seemingly simple question: Can you tell me about your company?

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PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

As communicators, we have long relied on earned media or public relations — usually in the form of media relations — to place our clients’ names on the internet, on TV, in print and on the radio. Earned media demonstrates credibility, since the organization doesn’t pay for the placement. Regional Foundation.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

So, it should not be surprising to anyone that many leaders of companies, even big companies, sometimes get nervous about speaking in front of a group of people. Leaders need to lead, even in dealing with the media and talking in front of others. Stand if addressing a group, sit if you are in a one-on-one discussion.

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Cision

OCTOBER 17, 2017

82 percent of journalists say PR professionals can improve by researching and understanding their media outlet. Every time you see a story that relates to your business or platform, add that reporter to a list and follow their social media accounts.” Demonstrate Research. ” Want to improve your pitching skills?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

I have been in journalism all my life starting with interviewing soon-to-be President Jimmy Carter for my high school newspaper. I like stories with tension and opposing viewpoints. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Serious cyclist, history buff, dog person, dad, former wine contest judge.

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Cision

MAY 19, 2016

In this interview, Meghan discusses the process of developing solid communication, driving authentic content through employees and keeping all stakeholders informed and engaged. Because brands now interact directly with all their stakeholder groups, constant communication and engagement is key.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 2, 2022

I do a lot of interviews with pros in the EV industry. Offer us an interview with someone with technical expertise. You might also be interested in: Meet the Media: Robert Schoenberger, Editor-in-Chief at IndustryWeek. Meet the Media: Chad Kirchner, VP of Content at Wrecked Media Group. Are You A Bad Client?

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Cision

AUGUST 24, 2017

From the Mouth of the Media is a series of best ideas and practices gathered from our Behind the Headlines interview segments with influencers. See their interviews in our influencer Q&A section. Value their insight, have patience, and use group brainstorms. Be willing to take smart risks and vary your perspective.

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